What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Analyst Assistant Intern position at Peabody Essex Museum?
PEM is looking for an Inventory Analyst Assistant Intern this summer. Students pursuing degrees in Purchasing, Enterprise Distribution, Inventory Analysis, Buying and Procurement, Merchandising, or other related fields are encouraged to apply. Applicants must possess excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and effective organizational and interpersonal skills. Successful candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office and the Adobe Suite (including Photoshop and Acrobat). Additional experience or knowledge of point-of-sale (POS) systems and inventory management is a plus.
Functions Include :
- Balancing stock among three different locations.
- Sales evaluation
- Generating recommended purchase orders for replenishment.
- Gathering assets for the holiday catalog.
- Data input for holiday inventory.
- Data input for new items.
- Identifying obsolete and aged merchandise for markdown.
The summer internship program will run from June 12 to August 25, 2025, or an agreed-upon end date with the hiring manager. There will be a mandatory in-person orientation on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Interns are also required to participate in our professional development sessions on the following Thursdays. Times are subject to change, and some sessions may be hybrid.
June 26 (10 AM to 1 PM), In person.
July 10, 17, 24, and 31 (10 AM to 12 PM)
August 7 (10 AM to 12 PM)
August 14 (12 PM to 2 PM). In person.
This internship provides a $2,000 stipend and requires the completion of 180 hours, which includes the professional development programs and translates to approximately 18 hours per week, onsite.
PEM is committed to enhancing diversity in its staff, visitors, exhibitions, and programs while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and identify your strengths in these areas.
